Description: The feed and food import process.

Terminal Competency:

Explain the feed and food import process.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Define relevant terminology.

2. Identify agencies involved in the import process.

3. Demonstrate knowledge of import regulations.

4. Explain the process for imported feed and food products.

5. Give examples of regulatory enforcement actions.

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Description: Rules and regulations for imported feed and food products.

Terminal Competency: Recognize the rules and regulations that apply to imported feed and food products.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Determine jurisdiction over imported products.

2. Explain agency regulations.

3. Identify the various agencies regulating imported products.

4. Define appearance of a violation as it relates to imports.

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Description: The regulatory requirements of feed and food products for entry into the U.S.

Terminal Competency: Explain the regulatory requirements of feed and food products for entry into the U.S.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Describe the entry process.

2. Identify entry submission requirements.

3. Identify entry documentation.

4. Discuss types of entry.

5. Give examples of import admissibility decisions.

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Description: An examination of imported feed and food products.

Terminal Competency:

Describe the examination of imported feed and food products.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Describe import field activities.

2. Discuss sampling procedures.

3. Discuss the concept of Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP).

4. Describe the purpose of filer evaluation.

5. Discuss the concept of Voluntary Qualified Importer Program (VQIP).

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Description: Planning and conducting an investigation of an imported feed or food product.

Terminal Competency:

Discuss planning and conducting an investigation of an imported feed or food product.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Describe causes for import investigations.

2. Determine the appropriate agency to initiate an investigation.

3. Describe the different types of investigations.

4. Discuss types of evidence to collect.

5. Discuss intentional adulteration.

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Description: Strategies to address non-compliant imported feed and food products.

Terminal Competency:

Identify strategies used to address non-compliant imported feed and food products.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Discuss enforcement actions for adverse inspections/investigations.

2. Discuss interagency collaboration.

3. Discuss importer’s options for violative products.

4. Discuss enforcement actions to address non-compliant parties.

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Description: Intentional deception of a regulated feed and food product to gain entry into U.S. commerce.

Terminal Competency:

Explain the different types of fraud that may lead to legal proceedings.

Enabling Competencies:

1. Identify types of fraud.

2. Give examples of intentional deception.

3. Identify legal proceedings associated with import fraud.

4. Give examples of criminal activities.

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